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Shaq is a legendary former basketball player, TV analyst and one of the best centers of all time.
Shaquille O'Neal is an American retired professional basketball player. One of the most dominant athletes in NBA history, Shaq won four championships and was a 15-time All-Star in a 19-season career. Additionally, he was named the NBA MVP, NBA Finals MVP, and led the league in scoring two times.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1972</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Shaquille O'Neal is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On March 6, 1972, Shaquille O'Neal was born in Newark, New Jersey.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1989</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Attends LSU</div><div class='timeline-text'>O'Neal accepted a scholarship to Louisiana State University, where he began his college career.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>1st Pick in NBA Draft</div><div class='timeline-text'>On June 24, 1992, Shaquille O'Neal was drafted first overall by the Orlando Magic.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Named NBA All-Star</div><div class='timeline-text'>O'Neal was named an All-Star for the first time in 1994.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Lakers Sign Shaq</div><div class='timeline-text'>O'Neal signs a seven year $120 million deal with the Los Angeles Lakers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Wins 1st NBA Championship</div><div class='timeline-text'>Leads the Lakers to their first championship since 1988 and is named MVP of the Finals.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Retires from the NBA</div><div class='timeline-text'>Officially retires from the NBA after 19 seasons.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Won 4 NBA Championships</h3><p class='facts-text'>Shaquille O'Neal is a four time NBA champion, winning with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2000 and 2001, the Miami Heat in 2006 and the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Largest Player in NBA History</h3><p class='facts-text'>Shaquille O'Neal is one of the largest players in NBA history at 7' 1" tall and 325 pounds, making him a dominant force on the court.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Holds Multiple Records</h3><p class='facts-text'>Shaquille O'Neal holds multiple records including most field goals made in a career (12,921), most free throws made in a career (7,150) and most points scored in a single game (61).</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Rapper to Have His Own Sneaker</h3><p class='facts-text'>Shaquille O'Neal was the first rapper to have his own sneaker line when he signed with Reebok in 1992. The shoes were extremely popular and sold out quickly.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Only Player to Play for 6 Different Teams</h3><p class='facts-text'>Shaquille O'Neal is the only player to play for six different teams including the Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat, Phoenix Suns, Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics.</p></div></div>
Shaquille Rashaun O'Neal is an American retired basketball player born on March 6, 1972 and currently 51 years old. He is considered one of the greatest players in NBA history and is best known for his impressive shooting and power dunking abilities.
Shaquille O'Neal has an estimated net worth of $400M. He is a well-known retired professional basketball player and sports analyst. He has made significant earnings from his NBA contract, endorsements, appearances, and investments in businesses and real estate. He is also a successful entrepreneur and movie star.
